BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The 83rd Magic City Classic is taking place at Legion Field on Saturday, and fans of Alabama State and Alabama A&M should be prepared for a busy day.
It’s the largest HBCU classic in the country, with a week full of events and entertainment leading up to big game on Saturday.
Executive Director of the McDonald's Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola Perren King, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, Alabama State Head Coach Eddie Robinson Jr, Alabama A&M Head Coach Connell Maynor and more will speak at a news conference Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. to kickoff the festivities.
For a full breakdown of all of this week's events and what fans need to know visit here.